I personally really liked the S40 when I shopped a slightly used unit back in 2009. If the wife had been on board, I'd have it now but she wanted me to keep the Civic at the time so I relented. Funny how things work out to. I really did like the Civic and really was no good reason to get rid of it except I wanted a more back friendly vehicle. And to be honest, going used wasn't what I really wanted and sure the BMW drop top would've been loads of fun, it was impractical and unnecessary. I got the best vehicle for me right now so I am very pleased actually! The SE package had everything I wanted in it, like it was made for me...the "Sandman Edition" is how I call it now! I think even the wife is warming up to it even though she's been gone almost two months now...we see each other on the weekends.